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Flight Operations Specialist

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Flight Operations Specialist, in Seattle, WA. Job ID#227117 Pay Rate: $91 - $96/hr Job Description: As part of the Airline Operations Safety Support (AOSS) Team, you will have the opportunity to enhance aviation safety at our global customer locations. As a Flight Operations Observer (FOO), you will support onsite deployments through observations in the full flight simulator, as well as the flight deck jumpseat, while collecting critical operational data supporting safety and compliance recommendations. Attention to detail is imperative, as you will be filling out checklists and providing manual references. In this role, you will also be responsible for pre-deployment preparation and planning. While onsite, you will follow the direction of the Lead and Co-lead. Position responsibilities: Comprehensive understanding of a customers policy and procedures through pre-departure preparation and planning Perform flight deck and simulator observations to evaluate real-world customer flight and training operations onsite at customer locations Perform detailed, comprehensive, and accurate observations with daily feedback to the Leads Participate in and contribute to internal team meetings that accurately reflect flight and simulator observations with detailed corroborating evidence from customer operations manuals Excel spreadsheets completed correctly and accurately Represent yourself and the company in a professional manner Follow instructions by the Lead and Co-Lead Required skills and abilities: Minimum 10 years operational experience in commercial aviation, including airline or OEM experience Previous experience in a pilot role as a captain, pilot instructor, and/or examiner Airline Transport Pilot License (currency not required) Proficient in M365; demonstrable IT competency Excellent interpersonal, relationship building, and communication skills Ability to respect and adapt to global cultural differences Strict adherence to policy and procedures Ability to travel globally for up to 3 weeks at a time Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance